Races

Friday, August 16, 2013

Are you a marathoner?

I've been asked that (or a version of that) 2 times in less than 18 hours.

First was last night at the gym before my easy 5 when a guy asked "are you training for a marathon, you're in here a lot?"* And proceeded to stroke my ego a bit by asking "is marathoning your job?" Um, I wish it was my "job" but I just like running long. Those short n hard paced races aren't my thing... Twss.

Last night Workout Selfie to document my hair tie breaking.

I've been running up to 4 times a week on the treadmill. I usually do Monday nights at Fleet Feet and my Saturday long runs outside. Because running after work on a week day outside on the path gives me rage with all the fu$&ing Divvy bikes and tourists.

The second time was this morning when one of my neighbors asked if I was training for the Chicago Marathon while we were waiting for the elevator. I see him and his wife (who is training for Chicago) leaving for their runs every once in a while.

I'm wondering Why am I getting asked if I'm a marathoner so much- probably just coincidence?

Wednesday night post speed workout selfie.

Or am I approaching the fabled "race weight?" I'm about 2-4lbs heavier than last years lowest weight before Fox Valley, but maybe I've got more muscle? I think I look a bit more toned. So maybe I look "hardcore" to these people I don't see regularly?

No strangers have asked if i'm running a marathon :( . I always assume most people I see running god awful early are also training for a marathon. My coworkers all know since I either am talking about running or dirty jokes all day.One friend that hadn't seen me did see I did look marathon lean, so I'll take it!

I get asked by my neighbors if I ever do anything but exercise -- seems that I am always in work out gear and they always ask me about marathons (including how far this one is - ha ha) I sometimes get asked if I am a marathoner- not always in a sarcastic tone ;)

I think it's coincidence! But... we already talked about this. LOL. And I think a lot of people aren't thinking about the marathon yet, if they are not running it (surprised the neighbor didn't ask earlier - training partner? ;)) so you might get asked some more ;)

Introduction

Greetings! I'm Xaarlin, and live in Chicago with my husband and border collie dog, CB. I am an accountant by day and enjoy running, discovering new craft beers, learning Portuguese, eating/cooking delicious foods and spending time with my family when off the clock. I use this space to talk about life, running, and anything else that interests me. Mikkeller Run Club Chicago Captain. Untappd:Xaarlin